Description: An older man who is well dressed, but even with his fine clothing he looks run-down, he is not a threatening figure. His auburn hair is slicked back into a classic pompadour. Judging by the bloodshot nature of his eyes and the massive bags underneath them one would imagine he has not slept for days.

Personality: Overbrimming with self-confidence, Ernest isn't afraid of most anything. He has a strong dislike to people who do not believe in Human unity. Ernest enjoys physical pleasures, and is well known for his love of warm baths in the hot springs near the town.

History: He was born blind and as such lacked many opportunities for work. He sought a place where he would be rewarded solely on the merits of his skills. This search led him directly into Shoemaker work with an outfit from a few towns over. Shoemaker work suited him well, and with each successful project, he earned more gold and more respect from his peers. He became a Shoemaker soon after.

Motivation: Balancing his hectic life and new Shoemaker responsibilities is difficult; and he doesn't get along with people that don't share his tastes

Ideals: Impeccable. Flaws: Insomniac, Hedonist, Disease. Bonds: Job. Occupation: Shoemaker

Voice: Speaks with a cold

Possessions: 47000 sp. A delicate brass dragon egg (30 gp).

Description: He stands about 6'3" and prefers to wear fine silks, though has several suits of combat armor for his hunting needs. His left leg appears badly burned and disfigured. His hair is chestnut and curly. His green eyes lackadaisically let the world flow into them.

Personality: He is a very philanthropic person; he spends his free time working at various soup kitchens. Around other people he will do his best to conceal his emotions and appear jolly.

History: He was a bastard born out of an affair, and his father always resented and mistreated him for it out of spite. He was married off to the eldest child of a minor noble. His spouse died of illness and he inherited everything. When he grew older, he became a bit more civilized, usually hanging around bars and taverns. He began work as a mercenary for hire. He would embark on any mission as long as the price was right.

Motivation: He has money and likes to spend it.

Ideals: Philantrophist. Flaws: Shy, Antagonistic. Bonds: Rich, Adventurer. Occupation: Actor

Voice: Hollow voice

Possessions: 2600 sp. 1 Superior lock. 1 Superior lock.

Description: He is a paragon of his species. He is larger and stronger than most Humans. His skin is dark but he possesses many grey ritualistic tattoos. He is generally well dressed albeit a few years behind the times. His tied-back hair is black. His fierce green eyes like to dwell on things.

Personality: He goes out his way to put a smile on everyone's face. There's no-one he won't accept into his heart. He is kind towards other men and children and will generally offer men help without question. Others will generally need to prove themselves to him.

History: Trym was born in the north. At a young age he loved to build and create. A serious injury left his father unemployed and in need of constant care. His family became saddled with debt trying to care for his infirm father. One night he noticed a nearby shooting star which he hiked out to see where it landed. It turned out to be an ancient artifact of some kind. He has done his darndest to repair it but it is currently non-functional.

Motivation: To pay off his debts; and he made a deal with a demon which lead to his current lot in life, and he's becoming increasingly nervous about it

Ideals: Optimist, Philantrophist, Persistence. Bonds: Attractive, Debt. Occupation: Cartwright

Voice: Italian accent

Possessions: 700 gp.

Description: He is a pot bellied northern man with a big hulking figure and broad shoulders. He is wearing colorful clothing, dressed as a Spice Merchant. He is bald on top and has large auburn tufts of hair around his ears. He wears round tiny glasses practically rammed into his face.

Personality: He swings through moods quickly. One moment he is cool and collected, the next he is carried away by passions. He has zero loyalty and will suck up to whomever is within range, in the hopes of being moved to a better position.

History: When he was but 6 years old his parents immigrated from the north. He dropped out of school before completing his studies. He was recently attacked on the road and savagely beaten by bandits.

Motivation: To share knowledge with the world.

Ideals: Athletic, Passionate, Logical. Flaws: Ugly, Fearful. Bonds: Immigrant. Occupation: Spice Merchant

Voice: Breathy voice

Possessions: 400 sp.

Description: A pudgy man standing about 5'0" has a big stupid grin on his face most of the time. He wears a large hat to cast shadows over his face and wears ponchos to better hide his body. His long red hair is drawn into a two foot long braid. His eyes are likewise blue.

Personality: He barks his statements quickly and with little fuss. He prefers small words and is at his heart utilitarian. He is afraid of women and trembles around them

History: Ralf was raised in a hard working conservative environment. He was an apprentice working in his father's forge. He has been a successful dealer in antiques buying low and selling high.

Motivation: He wants nothing more than to rejoin the army; and retire the richest man in the north

Ideals: Entrepeneur. Flaws: Terse, Shy. Bonds: Job, Military. Occupation: Mason

Voice: Uses lots of figures of speech

Possessions: 300 gp.